
Incoming quality engineer
Hitachi • Xiamen, Fujian, China
Salary: 2026-01-13 Compa
Role & seniority: Senior/experienced Quality Management professional (HV electrical industry or automotive QM background; >5 years preferred)
Stack/tools: SAP (QM module); APQP, PPAP, MSA, FMEA, SPC; 8D + seven QC tools; statistical data analysis; inspection equipment (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, coating/roughness testers, CMM, withstand voltage, ground resistance); MS Office
Top 3 responsibilities
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Sample inspection and material quality control; production quality problem handling
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Material quality issue analysis and drive supplier quality improvement; support supplier performance statistics/analysis
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Create/update material inspection plans in SAP; ensure compliance with external/internal regulations and guidelines
Must-have skills
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Bachelor’s degree or higher; 3+ years HV industry or 5+ years automotive QM experience
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Familiarity with QMS standards (ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001); internal/external auditor qualifications
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Proficient in APQP/PPAP/MSA/FMEA/SPC; strong data analysis for quality improvements
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Independent problem-solving, supplier coordination, and strong Chinese/English communication
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Proficient with SAP QM and common office software; extensive incoming goods inspection experience
Nice-to-haves
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IATF 16949 or automotive QM leadership experience; experience in Japanese/Taiwanese enterprises
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Specific electrical industry inspection background; advanced measurement equipment proficiency
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Location & work type: Xia
Full Description
Location: Xiamen, Fujian, China Job ID: R0115130 Date Posted: 2026-01-13 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY HIGH VOLTAGE SWITCHGEAR (XIAMEN) COMPANY LIMITED Profession (Job Category): Quality Management Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No Job Description: The opportunity Hitachi Energy is renowned worldwide as a specialist for electrical power transmission and distribution. As a global leader, we revolutionized high-voltage technology and pioneered many world’s firsts to bring safety, reliability and efficiency to power networks around the globe. High Voltage Products manufacturing facilities around the world, >100 locations worldwide providing 24/7 service. We have No.1 market share, installed 1 out of 4 high-voltage switchgear in the world, >500k high-voltage circuit-breakers installed globally. How you’ll make an impact 1. You will be responsible for sample inspection and material quality control. 2. You will be responsible for material quality issue analysis and push the supplier for quality improvement. 3. You will create and update material inspection plan in SAP system. 4. You will be responsible for quality problem handling in production. 5. You will be supporting supplier performance statistic and analysis. 6. You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines. 7. Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business. Your background 1. You hold a bachelor's degree or above. 2. More than 3 years of working experience in the high-voltage electrical industry or more than 5 years of quality management experience in automotive enterprises. 3. Familiar with the quality management system and related standards, familiar with the three major system certifications (ISO9001 Quality Management System, ISO14001 Environmental Management System, ISO45001 Occupational health and Safety Management System, etc.). 4. Qualifications of internal/external auditors in electrical enterprises or related industries. Those with management experience in automotive industry quality management systems such as IATF 16949, or quality management work experience in Japanese and Taiwanese enterprises are preferred. 5. Rich experience in incoming goods inspection, proficient in various inspection tools and methods, capable of skillfully using various measuring tools and inspection equipment, such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, coating inspection devices, roughness testers, three-coordinate measuring machines, withstand voltage testers, ground resistance testers, etc. Candidates with inspection experience in the electrical industry are preferred. 6. Proficient in using the five major tools of APQP, PPAP, MSA, FMEA, and SPC, as well as the 8D and seven QC tools to solve quality problems, also possess data analysis capabilities, be able to apply statistical methods to analyze and process quality data, identify quality issues, and propose improvement measures. 7. Strong independent problem-solving ability and adaptability, capable of promptly handling incoming goods quality issues. Effectively promote thorough improvement of suppliers. Proficient in using office software and the QM module of SAP system. 8. Excellent communication and coordination skills in both Chinese and English, capable of effectively communicating with suppliers and internal departments. More about us We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us – in work and out. For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules) : 1. Up to 30 days full paid leaves per year 2. Flexible Benefit program (Supplementary Pensions included) 3. Medical Insurance(outpatient and inpatient) 4. Long service awards 5. Flexible Working(subject to role) Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? 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